Qingdao West Coast vs Meizhou Hakka Prediction & Preview
Preview
The China Super League returns on Sunday, July 21st, with Qingdao West Coast hosting Meizhou Hakka at the Qingdao Sports Center Guoxin Stadium. This 24th-round matchup sees two teams locked in a tight battle for survival, with both sides currently sitting on 16 points, occupying 15th and 14th positions respectively.
Qingdao West Coast, under the guidance of coach Hisashi Kurosaki, have struggled to find consistency in their recent form. They've managed just one win in their last five matches, suffering four losses and failing to secure a draw. Their most recent outing was a dismal 0-4 defeat at home to Shandong Taishan.
Meizhou Hakka, led by coach Milan Ristić, have fared slightly better, with one win, three losses, and one draw in their last five encounters. They bounced back from their previous loss with a 2-1 victory over Nantong Zhiyun at home.
In terms of goalscoring, Qingdao West Coast averages 1.2 goals per game, while Meizhou Hakka struggles to find the net, scoring an average of just 0.4 goals per match. Defensively, both teams have been vulnerable, with Qingdao West Coast conceding 2.2 goals per game and Meizhou Hakka letting in 2.4 goals on average.
Interestingly, when playing at home, Qingdao West Coast scores an average of 1.67 goals per game, while Meizhou Hakka has failed to score a single goal away from home this season.
Bet
Considering the recent form and statistics, I would recommend a bet on Over 2.5 goals. Both teams have struggled defensively, and Qingdao West Coast's ability to score at home could lead to an entertaining encounter. With odds of 1.66, this bet offers decent value, given the potential for a high-scoring match.
Recommended Bet: Over 2.5 goals
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